After a dreary winter, we were craving all things bright, which may or may not have led to our sunniest V9 editorial falling first on the calendar this year! While not everywhere in the South is photoshoot-ready by March, St. Augustine, Florida certainly was, and I couldn’t have been happier to hop on the plane to meet up with our team at Casa Monica Hotel. For this shoot, we loved the idea of a couple who had relocated to the Sunshine State together inviting their family and friends to their new home for their wedding–something I think many couples nowadays take advantage of doing (my husband and I included!). The locale, therefore, was an automatic source of inspiration, and from the citrus and flamingo-inspired palette we used, to the tropical blooms Ashton Events arranged, to the graphic, art deco patterns that popped up throughout, I think we did Florida pretty proud.
We’re so grateful to our longtime friend and Blue Ribbon Vendor Justin DeMutiis for capturing all the fun!
P.S. Spot any familiar faces in our beautiful bridal party? :)
Twinkle & Toast created the most beautiful and pop-y invitation suite to announce our colorful soiree. The die-cut invitation shape, inspired by Florida’s art deco pools, popped up several more times throughout the shoot.
Our bride’s bouquet, by Laura from Ashton Events, included Yves Piaget, Romantic Antique and Lemon Pompon garden roses; Coral Charm peonies; daffodil;, fritillaria; boronia; ranunculus; Mambo and Majolika spray roses; salal; fern; and gardenia.
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It’s safe to say our whole team is obsessed with this tablescape, from the matte black chairs to the banded linen, colorful flowers, and poolside locale! Ashton Events, Wish Vintage Rentals, Luxe Party Rentals, and Kate Ryan Linens knocked it out of the park!
For so much more from this issue, pick up your copy on newsstands around the South or in the Southern Weddings Shop right now!
Planner, stylist, and florals: Ashton Events | Photographer: Justin DeMutiis | Film processing: Richard Photo Lab | Ceremony venue: St. Augustine Lightner Museum Garden Courtyard | Reception venue and catering: Casa Monica Hotel | Hair and makeup: Amanda Hopcraft | Cakes and desserts: The Pastry Studio | Popsicles: Hyppo Popsicles | Paper goods: Twinkle and Toast | Linens and rentals: Kate Ryan Linens | Rentals: Wish Vintage Rentals | Chargers: Luxe Party Rentals | Bride’s gown: Kate Spade New York | Bride’s veil: Yuri C. Wedding Shoppe | Bridesmaid dresses: Ralph Lauren | Menswear: The Black Tux | Bow ties: Rock Avenue
Ashton Events and Justin DeMutiis are delightful members of our Blue Ribbon Vendor Directory!
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